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Crook Shop at Centre of Paranormal Investigation After Strange Activity
The calming aromas of Fae Botanicals have taken an eerie turn, with whispers of phantom cigar smoke and the sound of unexplained tinkling bells drawing the attention of Dean Midas. The Crook-based shop is now set to feature as the haunting centrepiece of the latest episode of his paranormal series, ...
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St George’s Day Festivities Take Over County Durham
Celebrations are taking place across County Durham this week to mark St George’s Day. Durham County Council has arranged a programme of family-friendly activities to mark the occasion on Thursday 23 April. The day itself will be marked with a series of engaging activities designed to honour Englan...
County Durham Talent Triumphs at National Competition with Two Medals
A 12-year-old martial arts talent has secured her place at the sport’s world championships in the USA after winning two medals at a major national competition. Annabel Cooper, a pupil at Durham High School, competed at the WKA (World Kickboxing Association) Scottish International Open Championship...
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The North East castle named one of the UK's most incredible UNESCO World Heritage sites
Durham Castle has been continuously occupied since the 11th century and is now part of University College Durham
Staff and customers gutted as high street fashion giant closes North East store for good
A store that has been at the heart of a city centre in the North East for years is now gone for good
Historic Whorlton Bridge Restoration Enters Final Phase
A major milestone has been reached in the restoration of a historic bridge in County Durham. Durham County Council has now begun the careful reassembly of Whorlton Bridge, signalling the final phase of the project. This brings the landmark, which first opened in 1831, one step closer to reopening fo...
Man who tried to torch North East home by pouring petrol through smashed window is jailed
Mark Harbottle, 25, tried to set fire to the Lanchester home before fleeing - but was caught after leaving his blood at the scene
Developer issues statement after concrete pipe incident leaves teen fighting for life
Bellway has issued a statement after a teenager was left fighting for his life following an industrial incident at a Durham building site.
Teenager fighting for life after concrete falls on him at Durham building site
A teenager is fighting for his life after a concrete pipe toppled onto him at a Bellway Homes building site in Durham
Notorious double killer who stabbed mum to death dies at County Durham prison
A double killer who stabbed a mother-of-three to death in a ferocious attack has died behind bars at HMP Frankland in County Durham.
County Durham schools invited to fund daily meals in Malawi and Zambia
Secondary schools in County Durham are being urged to join Mary’s Meals’ Feed A School initiative, helping fund daily meals for children in countries including Malawi and Zambia.
County Durham Met Office weather latest - storms expected Saturday
County Durham Met Office weather latest. County is in for a largely dry and bright start to the weekend, with a fine Friday giving way to a wetter and windier Saturday before a cooler, showery but improving Sunday.
Aldi donations help serve 1,600 Easter meals across County Durham
Aldi has helped provide more than 1,600 meals to people in need across County Durham during Easter as part of its UK-wide food redistribution efforts.
Arrest warrant issued for man who used golf ball in sock as an offensive weapon
An arrest warrant has been issued after a Chilton man failed to turn up at court after admitting carrying an offensive weapon in public.
Main construction of new County Durham cultural venue is now complete
The Light, a new cultural venue in Durham City, has completed its main construction phase and is set to open in summer 2026, showcasing exhibitions across art, history and science.
Hundreds of NHS staff in County Durham and Darlington to lose jobs
Hundreds of NHS staff in County Durham and Darlington are to lose their jobs across the region’s hospitals and health facilities.
New Durham Cultural Venue ‘The Light’ Reaches Major Milestone
Work to create a new cultural venue and visitor attraction in Durham City has reached a major milestone, with the main construction phase now complete. Set to open this summer, The Light represents a significant investment in creativity, culture and community. The venue will bring together art, hist...
Would-be firestarter poured petrol into County Durham home putting family at risk
A man has been jailed for 90 months after endangering the lives of a woman and her grown-up son after trying to start a fire at their County Durham home.
County Durham offshore worker accused of making fake Covid passports in Darlington
A fourth person has appeared in court accused of being involved in a conspiracy to make and sell false Covid ‘passport’ records in Darlington.
Bishop Auckland paedophile asked 'boy' if he wanted ‘rape experience’
Bishop Auckland's Declan Sains, 28, engaged in sexual communication with what he believed to be a teenage boy for six days last summer, after logging on to a chat room, on July 2.